# Building permits at 56 Hooker Ave, Somerville, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $568,000 alteration or repair at 30 Newbury St, permitted Aug 20.

Six permits on record here. The newest, Nov 21, 2025: Replace 2-3 devices in kitchen and install dual function breakers E25-001569. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 53 more permits (52 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2025 | Electrical | Replace 2-3 devices in kitchen and install dual function breakers E25-001569 | $800 | [E25-001720](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001720/) |
| Oct 16, 2025 | Electrical | Renovate Bathroom B25-001358 | $3,000 | [E25-001569](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001569/) |
| Sep 3, 2025 | Plumbing | bathroom remodle | Not listed | [P25-000498](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P25-000498/) |
| Sep 3, 2025 | Plumbing | new stove | Not listed | [G25-000338](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G25-000338/) |
| Aug 28, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Complete remodel of 1st floor main bathroom (#54), new fixtures within the same location, new tile, replace window-(Tempered), no structural work | $30,000 | [B25-001358](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B25-001358/) |
| Dec 7, 2015 | Roofing | Apply new roof shingles over existing one layer of roof shingles and re-flashing of chimney. | $6,800 | [B15-002098](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B15-002098/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

53 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### Next door (under 250 ft), 5 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2026 | [66 Farragut Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/66-farragut-ave/) | 150 ft NE | Electrical | Wiring 3-family dwelling and detached backyard cottage | $25,000 | [E26-001294](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001294/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [66 Farragut Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/66-farragut-ave/) | 150 ft NE | Electrical | Demo / Make-Safe Electrical for Construction | $300 | [E26-001199](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001199/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [66 Farragut Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/66-farragut-ave/) | 150 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Selective expletory demolition of walls, ceilings flooring and mechanicals | $25,000 | [B26-001149](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001149/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [66 Farragut Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/66-farragut-ave/) | 150 ft NE | Plumbing | Demolition. | Not listed | [P26-000431](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000431/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [66 Farragut Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/66-farragut-ave/) | 150 ft NE | Plumbing | Demolition. Address: 66-68 Farragut Ave, Somerville. | Not listed | [G26-000347](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000347/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 24 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | [24 Endicott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/24-endicott-ave/) | 670 ft E | Roofing | Remove existing roofing materials (up to two layers) and install approximately 12 squares of new 16-inch standing seam metal roofing on the main roof of the house. Work includes new drip edge, Grace Select high-temperature ice & water underlayment, flashing and pipe collars, ridge vents, metal ridge | $33,660 | [B26-001484](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001484/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [19c Weston Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19c-weston-ave/) | 820 ft E | Plumbing | Replacement of water heater | Not listed | [P26-000505](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000505/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [19c Weston Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/19c-weston-ave/) | 820 ft E | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | Not listed | [G26-000393](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000393/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [66 Garrison Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/66-garrison-ave/) | 270 ft N | Other | Weatherization. Dense pack cellulose into the exterior walls | $7,006 | [B26-001232](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001232/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [45 Endicott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-endicott-ave/) | 410 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Shower to shower conversion in 2nd floor bathroom | $25,400 | [B26-001263](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001263/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [112 Woodstock St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/112-woodstock-st/) | 680 ft NW | Plumbing | Stove gas point | Not listed | [G26-000322](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000322/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [112 Woodstock St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/112-woodstock-st/) | 680 ft NW | Plumbing | Full bathroom, half bathroom, laundry and kitchen | Not listed | [P26-000387](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000387/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [45 Endicott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/45-endicott-ave/) | 410 ft NE | Plumbing | Shower to shower conversion in 2nd floor bathroom | Not listed | [P26-000458](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000458/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [65b Newbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/65b-newbury-st/) | 900 ft SE | Solar | Temporarily remove and reinstall existing solar panels for roof work | $4,698 | [B26-000917](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000917/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [61 Endicott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/61-endicott-ave/) | 280 ft E | Electrical | wiring to 1 heat pump condenser (ductless) @ 63 Endicott Ave | $800 | [E26-000907](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000907/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [61 Endicott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/61-endicott-ave/) | 280 ft E | Electrical | wiring to 1 heat pump condenser (ductless) | $800 | [E26-000906](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000906/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [51 Victoria St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/51-victoria-st/) | 620 ft N | Other | insulating exterior walls using cellulose R15. insulating and air sealing attic, adding cellulose to bring R value to R49. | $12,416 | [B26-001031](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001031/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [1260 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1260-broadway/) | 960 ft NE | Plumbing | Convert bathtub to shower in first floor bathroom. Replace valve. | Not listed | [P26-000324](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000324/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [112 Woodstock St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/112-woodstock-st/) | 680 ft NW | Electrical | unit #2: wire 1.5 baths, 1 laundry, kitchen, and subpanel | $8,950 | [E26-000893](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000893/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [65b Newbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/65b-newbury-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | Temporarily remove and reinstall existing solar panels for roof work | $4,698 | [E26-000871](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000871/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [11 Farragut Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/11-farragut-ave/) | 840 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 846047, 846049) ( unit 1 and Unit 2) | $15,377 | [B26-000860](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000860/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [1260 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1260-broadway/) | 960 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Demo drywall in first floor bathtub and replace with a new shower. Inspection for fire stopping and/or insulation. @ 1262 Broadway | $14,714 | [B26-000840](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000840/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [112 Woodstock St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/112-woodstock-st/) | 680 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Renovation Unit #2 - one full bath, new half bath, New laundry, Kitchen, Floor refinish, new plumbing, new electrical, replace windows in bathrooms (tempered glass) | $71,855 | [B26-000792](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000792/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [82 Victoria St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/82-victoria-st/) | 420 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Demolish and rebuild existing deck. | $16,256 | [B26-000635](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000635/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [15 Weston Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/15-weston-ave/) | 840 ft E | Electrical | Disconnect / reconnect (14) exhaust fans | $10,930 | [E26-000809](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000809/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [52a Victoria St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/52a-victoria-st/) | 530 ft N | Electrical | 60 amp to 200 amp service upgrade. Relocate service to outside of home. | $6,000 | [E26-000684](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000684/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [112 Woodstock St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/112-woodstock-st/) | 680 ft NW | Electrical | wire 1.5 bathoom, 1 laundry, 1 kitchen, add 1 subpanel and smoke detectors | $60,000 | [E26-000332](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000332/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [1198 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1198-broadway/) | 980 ft NE | Sign | Install storefront sign (10x3) above main entrance | Not listed | [B26-000466](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000466/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [52a Victoria St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/52a-victoria-st/) | 530 ft N | Plumbing | Separation of water meters | Not listed | [P26-000261](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000261/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 24 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | [31 Moore St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/31-moore-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace existing front porch-2 stories | $34,980 | [B26-001388](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001388/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [1247 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1247-broadway/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | Gas company requested test for service turn on | Not listed | [G26-000334](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000334/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [16 Newbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-newbury-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Alteration or repair | Extending back right side of foundation by installing NEW 10" THICK FOUNDATION WALL, PERMIT TO CONSTRTUCT B26-001224 | $12,000 | [B26-001313](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001313/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [16 Newbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-newbury-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Alteration or repair | Full gut renovation of a two family, converting into two condo units new siding, roof, windows, decks, interior finish and adding living space to basement as part of Unit 1. Foundation only permit b26-001313 | $288,000 | [B26-001224](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001224/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [1241 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1241-broadway/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | wiring for split heating ac units from unit head to outside condenser | $1,000 | [E25-001816](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E25-001816/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [1323 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1323-broadway/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | per the wiring inspector of the Town of Somerville pulling a permit for the emergency power supply replacement, not FACP replacement, for Volunteers of America | $150 | [E26-001338](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-001338/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [41 Moore St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/41-moore-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Disconnect and remove kitchen sink in basement that was installed without proper permits. | $1,000 | [B26-001317](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001317/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [8 Waterhouse St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/8-waterhouse-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. Doing all three units | $18,000 | [B26-001427](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001427/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [25 Malvern Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/25-malvern-ave/) | 0.24 mi SE | Plumbing | Installation of a Trane 96% AFUE single-stage Gas Furnace designed to deliver reliable heating with natural or propane gas. Built for energy savings and long-lasting performance, ensuring consistent comfort throughout the home. - Trane Gas Furnace Model: S9X1B060U4PSBB Additional Scope of Work: - Ne | Not listed | [G26-000395](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000395/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [30 Newbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/30-newbury-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Post fire rebuild/repair - phase 2 of project readjust framing as necessary; add laundry space; rebuild stairway to attic; replace all windows second and third levels; new electrical throughout second and third levels; recessed lighting throughout; new plumbing throughout second level; new HVAC syst | $568,000 | [B26-001029](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001029/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [40a Newbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40a-newbury-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace existing fossil fuel furnace with (1) 3ton and (1)2ton air source heat pump | $33,572 | [B26-000628](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000628/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [41 Moore St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/41-moore-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Plumbing | Disconnect and cap basement sink | Not listed | [P26-000469](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000469/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [1 Dickson St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1-dickson-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Plumbing | Replacement water heater with heat pump style | Not listed | [P26-000371](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000371/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [97 Yorktown St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/97-yorktown-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | basement - install 4 lally columns in-between existing | $11,000 | [B26-001039](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-001039/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [40a Newbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/40a-newbury-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | 2 (replacement air handlers; condensers) | $4,500 | [E26-000341](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000341/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [16 Newbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-newbury-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Alteration or repair | Interior Gut Demo Only | $20,000 | [B26-000847](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000847/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [21 Moore St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/21-moore-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Alteration or repair | Remove lath and plaster walls and ceilings in two rooms, run new wiring and cover with sheetrock | $6,000 | [B26-000856](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000856/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [16 Newbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/16-newbury-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | demo safety | $1,200 | [E26-000980](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000980/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [1247 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/1247-broadway/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | @1245 Broadway Repiping of a full bathroom and kitchen on 3rd floor of a three family. | Not listed | [P26-000392](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/P26-000392/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [36 Mead St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/36-mead-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Install UFER ground at concrete foundation for new "doghouse" basement entrance. | $600 | [E26-000916](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000916/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [33 Newbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/33-newbury-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Plumbing | test gas pipe | Not listed | [G26-000277](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/G26-000277/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [97 Yorktown St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/97-yorktown-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Withdrawn per applicant, see online message/letter. -JE 7/2/26 Install Intellijack support system to stabilize floor joist or beams as shown;Install cast in place footing | $15,898 | [B26-000747](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000747/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [41 Moore St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/41-moore-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Remove wiring from non-conforming basement space. Add two overhead, two switches, and one GFI receptacle. | $1,000 | [E26-000715](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/E26-000715/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [13 Waterhouse St](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/13-waterhouse-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Remove and install 18 SQ rubber roof and 10 SQ vinyl siding | $35,000 | [B26-000594](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/permit/B26-000594/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Hooker Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [48 Hooker Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/48-hooker-ave/): newest permit Dec 8, 2025
- [64 Hooker Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/64-hooker-ave/): newest permit Mar 31, 2025
- [44 Hooker Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/44-hooker-ave/): newest permit Apr 30, 2026

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Source: Somerville Inspectional Services Division permit data (https://data.somervillema.gov/d/nneb-s3f7), SomerStat, City of Somerville, ODbL 1.0 (https://opendatacommons.org/licenses/odbl/1-0/). Checked 2026-10-06 22:45 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Contains information from Applications for Permits and Licenses (SomerStat, City of Somerville), which is made available here under the Open Database License (ODbL). Database: https://data.somervillema.gov/d/nneb-s3f7 License: https://opendatacommons.org/licenses/odbl/1-0/

Map, all 6 permits at this address and 53 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/somerville/address/56-hooker-ave/